2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2737 mm |
